"Domestic Violence in The Veteran Household" with Liz Hensel

​In this episode of The BOLO Podcast, we are speaking with a founder of the Veterans of War Aid Foundation, Liz Hensel. Liz is a Marine Corps Veteran veteran and military wife who witnessed not enough being done to help our veterans and wanted to start an organization with a hands-on approach.

The non-profit organization is run by veteran volunteers with 100% of the proceeds going back to veterans. They assist in transitioning servicemen, holistic healing for PTSD and wellness; with their new branch launching to help victims of domestic violence in veteran homes.

Mike and Tamrin are discussing whether or not you can get in your workouts with enough energy while doing intermittent fasting and keto. Also, how following this kind of lifestyle impacts your energy levels, sleep, and appearance.

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Show Take-Aways

Summary of Hot Topics with Tamrin and Mike:

Keto Bark is a great option for a keto approved chocolate to curb sweet cravings.

Nekstella is also a great option for a Nutella substitute that is keto approved.

Carb Quick can be used instead of flour.

Mike did a 4 day fast.

To help his digestion come back he consumed a combination of MCT oil and bone broth.

Mike is currently weighing in at 200lbs.

When you hit a plateau reassess your plan.

Tamrin is on her 3rd week of intermittent fasting doing an 8-hour eating window.

She adjusts her eating window based on her schedule.

Tamrin found herself extending her fast because she didn't feel hungry.

Currently, she is down 7lbs and has noticed that her weight doesn't fluctuate as much from morning to evening.

Since starting intermittent fasting her sleep has improved, energy has improved, and has noticed she's losing weight in her tummy area; which has been her problem area after having babies.

The texture of her skin has also improved and her overall health is doing better.

They vow to never make the victim feel alone and support them in their needs in the process of getting help.

In the past, the system has tried to brush these cases under the rug in favor or the service member. VOW Aid said, 'NO MORE', this will not continue to happen.

Every profession has domestic violence.

Often members of the military, law enforcement profession, and fire profession suppress their issues at work that can evolve into violence and aggression in the home.

There was an incident with an active duty service member and their spouse who was prior in the service. When the incident came to light the victim was shunned by the service community. Everyone believed the abuser because of his career and good standing in the military. There was black and white evidence of the abuse.

The victim reached out to VOW Aid when she was in a woman's shelter. She didn't feel safe in her own home, the local police were friends of her husbands and she had no one to turn to.

VOW Aid was by her side until her divorce from her husband went through.

VOW Aid is a safe service that will be by your side through your rock bottom and help assist your needs.

A victim is a victim no matter your rank.

Even if you just want to talk to someone or get a consultation, you can reach them through their phone number or their website.

Liz was diagnosed with PTSD after her tour in Afghanistan. She was originally in the supplies unit, and when she went to Afghanistan she was in the mortuary affairs unit.

It is a sign of strength, recognizing when you need help and being proactive about your recovery.

Victims tend to not report the service member for fear of getting their abuser discharged.

Even if the victim doesn't want anything done to the abuser, there are still laws and precautionary steps that have to be enforced to protect the victim.

The Survivor Warriors Club is completely funded by donations. The proceeds go towards emergency living expenses, legal fees, and childcare fees.

VOW Aid has been around for 3 years with the Survivor Warriors Club launching last week.

Their services are available in the continental US.

So far they've helped approximately 160 cases.

Being a witness to a domestic violence case, put a fire in Liz to encourage her fellow marine going through a horrible situation.

Liz grew up as an immigrant and has had the survivors mentality.

The marine corp implemented the Force Fitness Expert to get the marines into tip-top shape the teach proper fundamentals to avoid injury.

The MRE's from the French versus the US tasted more like food.

When Liz was in Afghanistan she would only get between 2-4 hours of sleep. Her diet consisted mostly of energy drinks and chocolate muffins.

You can reach Veterans of War Aid Foundation at www.vowaidfoundation.org

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